Are there days when you wonder, “Where did the time go?” after watching a few hours of TV or browsing the internet? Would a week without your TV, your smart phone, your computer be a nightmare or paradise? Why not challenge yourself and your family to participate in Screen-Free Week 2012! Screen-Free Week is an annual event in which [...]

Mary’s Mommy Makeover
April’s Makeover was so much fun! Mary is the sweetest person and was so excited to get a makeover! She is busy raising 3 little girls and got this pampering just in time for her birthday! Check out her BEFORE! Now check out her AFTER! Mary started the day with a bit of shopping at [...]

It’s Almost Here. . . . . QCMB’S MAMAS MARKET!
Mamas Market is right around the corner and we are getting so EXCITED for many reasons!!! Here are just a couple of the reasons: -Fabulous Vendors: You want selection? We have it for you with so many different items to look you wont be disappointed. -Amazing Sponsors: These folks are bringing the latest and the greatest [...]

In My Daughter’s Eyes
I’m the mother of a beautiful, busy 16 month old. Everyday SG is trying to do new things and she amazes me each day! I’ve recently noticed something- something that has made me stop and think. SG is becoming my little copycat. She does what I do and she sounds exactly like me! Sweet, but [...]

JLQC Presents: Miss Representation at the Putnam
Content. Happy. Unique. Loved. Awesome. Busy. Sweet. Tired. Multitasking. Talented. Smart. Pretty. Nice. Understanding. Peaceful. Hilarious I am. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .??????????????? What are you. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .?????? [...]

It’s a…..GIRL!
As you can guess from the title, we found out yesterday that we are having a baby girl! Very exciting for any mommy I’m sure, but especially for one with two boys! Our first girl! It was a crowded ultrasound room…my husband, my two boys, and my “sister” (cousin) Elyse were all there waiting to [...]

Spring Looks for Moms and Babies
Five of the QCMB contributing writers had the opportunity to model some local clothing on Paula Sands Live last week! Just in case you missed it, here are the looks they modeled! Look 1 from Leo & Lola Leo & Lola offers one of a kind handmade clothing. This is a great look for a [...]

A Note of Encouragement
Powerless. The feeling I felt the month of March. My youngest daughter Bella, had everything happen to her in the month of March. She had the flu, which ended up effecting the whole family, other elements that are unmentionable on this blog, and then the big one hit us, she fell and ended up in cast for two [...]

DIY: Spring Vases
Spring is here, which means it’s a great time to add beautiful fresh flowers to your home décor. If you have read my other DIY posts, you know that I like to do projects that take very little time, money and effort. All three of the spring vase crafts below fit that bill, but what [...]

Traveling Adventures With A Baby
About a month ago Harper, Joe and I boarded a plan for our first family vacation as 3. The nerves were in full force not knowing how our 5 month old would do going through the rigorous TSA security at the airport, an early morning flight, and adjusting to the schedule of vacation=early mornings and late nights! SURPRISE SURPRISE It [...]































